Pomegranate polyphenol punicalagin as a nutraceutical for mitigating mild cognitive impairment: An overview of beneficial properties.

Eur J Pharmacol

Department of Gastroenterology, Chengdu Integrated TCM&Western Medicine Hospital, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, 610059, China. Electronic address:

Published: August 2024

Dementia treatment has become a global research priority, driven by the increase in the aging population. Punicalagin, the primary polyphenol found in pomegranate fruit, exhibits a variety of benefits. Today, a growing body of research is showing that punicalagin is a nutraceutical for the prevention of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). However, a comprehensive review is still lacking. The aim of this paper is to provide a comprehensive review of the physicochemical properties, origin and pharmacokinetics of punicalagin, while emphasizing the significance and mechanisms of its potential role in the prevention and treatment of MCI. Preclinical and clinical studies have demonstrated that Punicalagin possesses the potential to effectively target and enhance the treatment of MCI. Potential mechanisms by which punicalagin alleviates MCI include antioxidative damage, anti-neuroinflammation, promotion of neurogenesis, and modulation of neurotransmitter interactions. Overall, punicalagin is safer and shows potential as a therapeutic compound for the prevention and treatment of MCI, although more rigorous randomized controlled trials involving large populations are required.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ejphar.2024.176750DOI Listing

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